Senco

We are excited to offer the opportunity to join our wonderful school and work with our exceptional pupils. We are currently looking to appoint an inspiring and dedicated SENCO to provide strategic development of the schools Special Education Needs provision and oversight of the day-to-day operation of that policy with the aim of raising all SEN pupil achievement.

The appointed candidate will have experience working within an SEN/SEMH environment and will ideally have a recognised SENCO qualification (desirable but not essential). Regardless of experience, the ability to demonstrate knowledge of the needs of children with SEMH and motivate/effectively communicate with those children is essential. If you have the ability to embrace the inclusive therapeutic culture and ethos of the school and a strong commitment to raising achievement and standards we would love to hear from you.

Full support will be available via an outstanding professional development program for aspiring leaders to develop your career further. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and adventurous teacher to join our fantastic school. At Quorn Hall, teachers are encouraged to take learning beyond the classroom and utilise our beautiful grounds and the wider community to bring learning to life.

About Quorn Hall School

Quorn Hall is an inclusive and forward thinking school that supports Children and Young People aged 6 -17 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. We are a specialist therapeutic school, offering an integrated model of education and therapy which dovetail to ensure that pupils are challenged effectively to make their next steps whilst feeling safe and supported.

We are an incredibly friendly and welcoming school and are on a fantastic journey; we are growing, and with this comes the opportunity to embed the culture and system of a truly integrated education and therapy model

What you'll get in return 

We are a school where staff are supportive of each other inside and outside of the classroom. We pride ourselves on our commitment to CPD; and there are plenty of training opportunities for all staff which lead to increasing career opportunities and advancement.

Benefits include

● Working with our pupils in a beautiful Grade II listed building and inspiring surrounding grounds

● Access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme where a 24 hour confidential helpline is available

● Lunch provided daily

● Free car parking

● Supportive and proactive Wellbeing team

● Great relationships with our sister schools, for example inter-school sporting events 

● Excellent CPD with increased career opportunities and advancement for all staff

● Many, many others… come and visit us to see for yourself!

To be successful, you will: 

● Be able to inspire, enthuse and motivate students to ensure they achieve their full potential; 

● Be an effective and committed team player with a clear vision for development and sustained improvement 

● Possess humour, energy, flexibility and a positive outlook 

Our students are incredibly important to us; if you have the energy and enthusiasm to make a real difference to the lives of our students, we would love to hear from you. 

How to apply: 

For more information, to arrange a visit and a full application pack, please contact Mike Sherwin on the below details:

E: quornhall@hays.com 

T: 07525 889925 

Closing date for applications: Sunday 7th April 2024

Strong applications may be considered upon receipt

Quorn Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. 

If successfully shortlisted for this role candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Check (DBS) and complete a self disclosure for cautions and convictions. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information.